How many wind towers will be installed in Guyana?

Over the next six months the Hinterland Electrification Company will be installing three (3) more wind towers to facilitate the agenda of instituting renewable energy sources along the coast of Guyana. (Adopted from the Ministry of Public Infrastructure Facebook page.)

Is offshore wind a viable option in Guyana?

Guyana's geographic location makes offshore wind a viable alternative for renewable energy production. However, current regulatory hurdles are likely to stymie investment in this technology in Guyana.

What does the Guyana Energy Agency do?

The Guyana Energy Agency is responsible for overseeing feasibility studies for the integration of renewable energy programs in Guyana and has regulatory oversight over certain aspects of the energy industry, in addition to the Ministry of Public Works.

What is the importance of a wind tower in Guyana?

The importance of this wind tower is to yield quality wind data, which can be used by wind project investors to develop wind farms in Guyana along its coast. The Ministry of Public Infrastructure recognizes that high quality wind measurement is an essential ingredient in determining the feasibility of the wind project.

Does Guyana have a potential for hydropower?

Guyana has significant potential for hydropower, like its neighbor Suriname which has successfully developed hydro power programs. Renewable energy is viewed as a potential solution by the GoG to reduce the cost of power and provide reliable electricity.

Does Guyana's power grid need to be modernized?

Guyana's power grid is in a severe state of disrepair and needs to be modernized. Approximately 26 percent of the power generated by GPL is lost due to inefficiencies in the grid.